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Benelux: Plaster Market 2024

Plaster Exports

Exports in Benelux

In 2022, overseas shipments of plaster decreased by -0.2% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a buoyant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by 214%. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2021, and then shrank modestly in the following year.

In value terms, plaster exports stood at $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when exports increased by 163% against the previous year. The level of export peaked in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands represented the largest exporting country with an export of about X tons, which recorded 90% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Luxembourg (X tons), creating a 10% share of total exports.

The Netherlands was also the fastest-growing in terms of the plaster exports, with a CAGR of +18.9% from 2012 to 2022. Luxembourg experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. From 2012 to 2022, the share of the Netherlands increased by +27 percentage points.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) remains the largest plaster supplier in Benelux, comprising 97% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Luxembourg ($X), with a 3.1% share of total exports.

In the Netherlands, plaster exports expanded at an average annual rate of +27.8% over the period from 2012-2022.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Benelux stood at $X per ton in 2022, stabilizing at the previous year. In general, the export price saw a strong expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the export price increased by 70%. Over the period under review, the export prices hit record highs in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while Luxembourg amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+7.5%).

Plaster Imports

Imports in Benelux

In 2022, overseas purchases of plaster increased by 8% to X tons, rising for the third year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, imports, however, showed a perceptible decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 13%. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, plaster imports fell to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a slight descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when imports increased by 25% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Belgium represented the largest importer of plaster in Benelux, with the volume of imports resulting at X tons, which was approx. 79% of total imports in 2022. It was distantly followed by the Netherlands (X tons), constituting a 17% share of total imports. Luxembourg (X tons) took a minor share of total imports.

Belgium experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of imports of plaster. At the same time, Luxembourg (+1.4%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Luxembourg emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Benelux, with a CAGR of +1.4% from 2012-2022. By contrast, the Netherlands (-12.5%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. Belgium (+27 p.p.) and Luxembourg (+1.6 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while the Netherlands saw its share reduced by -28.9% from 2012 to 2022, respectively.

In value terms, Belgium ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported plaster in Benelux, comprising 61% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the Netherlands ($X), with a 28% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in Belgium was relatively modest. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: the Netherlands (-6.6% per year) and Luxembourg (+3.1% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in Benelux amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -12.6% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.4%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the import price increased by 18%. Over the period under review, import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Luxembourg ($X per ton), while Belgium ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+6.7%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the plaster market in Benelux. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 23522000 - Plasters consisting of calcined gypsum or calcium sulphate (including for use in building, for use in dressing woven fabrics or surfacing paper, for use in dentistry)

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in Benelux, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Benelux
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Belgium
- Luxembourg
- Netherlands
LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, By Country, 2023
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Export Prices, 2012–2023